Pulse radiolysis of 9-anthrylmethylammonium cation in aqueous solution

The reaction of hydrated electron (eaq-) with 9-anthrylmethylammonium (AnCH2NH3+) cation to form the respective anthracene radical anion in aqueous solution has been studied by the method of pulse radiolysis. The rate constant of the reaction of eaq- with AnCH2NH3+ is reported. It is demonstrated that the anthracene radical anion is unstable and undergoes further reactions. The spectra of transient intermediates, leading to the final reduction products, are presented.